Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'unbiased'

English Word: unbiased

Key Russian Translations:

• непредвзятый /nʲɪprʲɪdˈvzatɨj/ - [Formal, Adjective]
• беспристрастный /bʲɪsˈprʲistrastnɨj/ - [Formal, Adjective]

Frequency: Medium (Common in formal writing, journalism, and academic contexts, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of abstract concepts and adjective inflections, suitable for learners with a solid grasp of Russian grammar)

Pronunciation (Russian):

непредвзятый: /nʲɪprʲɪdˈvzatɨj/

Note on непредвзятый: The stress falls on the third syllable ("vza"), which can be challenging for learners due to the palatalized consonants; common mispronunciation involves softening the 'n' sound incorrectly.

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беспристрастный: /bʲɪsˈprʲistrastnɨj/

Note on беспристрастный: Stress on the second syllable ("pris"); the initial 'b' is softly palatalized, and the word often varies slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Not influenced by personal feelings or opinions; impartial or fair

Translation(s) & Context:

• непредвзятый - Used in formal contexts such as legal, journalistic, or scientific discussions to emphasize objectivity.
• беспристрастный - Similar to непредвзятый but often implies a more neutral stance in ethical or professional settings, like court proceedings.

Usage Examples:

• В суде важно, чтобы судья был непредвзятым.

  In court, it's important for the judge to be unbiased.

• Её беспристрастный анализ ситуации помог разрешить конфликт.

  Her unbiased analysis of the situation helped resolve the conflict.

• Журналист стремится к непредвзятому освещению событий.

  The journalist strives for an unbiased coverage of events.

• Беспристрастный подход в науке гарантирует достоверные результаты.

  An unbiased approach in science ensures reliable results.

• Чтобы быть непредвзятым критиком, нужно игнорировать личные предпочтения.

  To be an unbiased critic, one must ignore personal preferences.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both "непредвзятый" and "беспристрастный" are adjectives, which in Russian undergo full inflection based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives agree with the nouns they modify and follow standard adjectival declension patterns, which are regular for these words.

These adjectives do not have irregular forms, making them straightforward for learners once basic declension rules are mastered.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms: объективный (objective; often used interchangeably but implies more factual detachment), беспристрастный (as above, with a focus on emotional neutrality)
• Antonyms: предвзятый (biased; implies preconceived notions), пристрастный (partial; used for emotional favoritism)

Related Phrases:

• непредвзятый взгляд - An unbiased view; used in discussions to emphasize impartial observation.
• беспристрастная оценка - An unbiased assessment; common in professional evaluations like performance reviews.
• с непредвзятой точки зрения - From an unbiased perspective; helpful in debates or analyses.

Usage Notes:

"Unbiased" translates most directly to "непредвзятый" in contexts requiring fairness, such as media or law, while "беспристрастный" is preferred for ethical impartiality. Both are formal and rarely used in casual speech; opt for simpler synonyms like "объективный" in everyday contexts. Grammatically, always ensure the adjective agrees with the noun in gender, number, and case. For English learners, note that Russian culture values directness, so these words often appear in critiques or reports.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using "непредвзятый" without proper inflection, e.g., saying "непредвзятый женщина" instead of "непредвзятой женщине" in dative case.

  Correct: "непредвзятой женщине" – Explanation: Adjectives must agree with nouns; this mistake stems from not applying Russian case rules, leading to grammatical errors.

• Error: Confusing with "предвзятый," e.g., using "предвзятый" when meaning unbiased.

  Correct: Use "непредвзятый" – Explanation: "Предвзятый" means the opposite; learners often mix prefixes, so double-check for negation in context.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, maintaining an "unbiased" stance, as with "непредвзятый," is highly valued in journalism and academia, influenced by historical emphasis on objectivity during the Soviet era. However, in everyday life, personal opinions often prevail, making these words more common in formal or professional settings rather than casual interactions.

Related Concepts:

• объективность
• нейтральность
• справедливость